Make Your Own Storage Bench Tags

When I think of benches at a dining table I am immediately brought back to Sunday afternoon picnics in the park. The bench however has come a long way and now plays an important part in the design of the eating area. Whether formal or informal bench seating typically allows...

With eight color choices to choose from you're bound to find one that will help this bench fit into your decor. For some reason the second I spotted this bench I started imagining it placed over an ikat rug with a stack of great designer books placed on one end....

As a divider. In an open floor plan creating small zones can give a room a more orderly feeling and be a more efficient use of space. Bordering a seating group or TV nook with a bench helps define that zone without creating a visual wall that might shrink the...

As a sofa table. That same bench that’s on hand to add dining seating or to hold party spillover can double as a slim sofa table during the day holding books decorative planters and small storage boxes. It gives an open floor plan a visual anchor for the seating and...

Channel elements of your dream getaway. Love the Italian Riviera? A built-in stone seat with an architectural backrest and striped cushions plus café chairs and a big umbrella nearby will bring the look home. Even if you can’t jet off to Italy you can enjoy a pretty fabulous staycation in...

It is very important to decorate and furnish the outdoor living space to make it as a comfortable and nice place to enjoy the beautiful evenings. The outdoor furniture is normally built enough to withstand different weathers and hence the materials used are very tough. This is where outdoor bench...

When choosing a garden bench remember that certain woods do not withstand the outside elements well. You will do well choosing cedar teak cypress and mahogany for instance. Another option although some people believe it takes away from the natural look is a wrought iron garden bench or a plastic...

Finally the colour match should be made properly. Some of the benches or furniture is made with dark wood some with light wood and some are even painted. Choosing the right colour is very important to enhance the look and appearance of the space. The very important quality of the...